Manipur Horticulture Department Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 282 Peon, Chowkidar and More Posts

The Manipur Horticulture Department has announced recruitment for 282 vacancies across various Group C and Group D posts including Peon, Chowkidar, Gardener, and other support staff positions. This recruitment is conducted by the Directorate of Horticulture and Soil Conservation, Government of Manipur, to fill essential operational and support roles within the department. Candidates who successfully clear the selection process will be appointed to positions responsible for maintaining departmental facilities, horticultural gardens, office support work, and security duties. The recruitment offers employment opportunities for candidates who have completed their 10th standard education. Selected candidates will be appointed on regular/permanent basis with standard state government pay scales and benefits applicable to Group C and Group D employees in Manipur.

Typical / Indicative dates based on standard recruitment timelines

Typical / Indicative distribution for 282 total posts

Educational Qualification

• Peon, Chowkidar, Gardener: Passed Class 10th (Matriculation) from a recognized Board
• Other Group D posts: Class 10th or equivalent qualification
• Must possess certificate from recognized educational board
• Local language proficiency (Manipuri/Meiteilon) may be required

Age Limit

Age as on closing date of application

Age Relaxation

Nationality

• Must be a citizen of India
• Preference given to candidates belonging to Manipur state
• Indigenous inhabitants of Manipur may be given priority as per state reservation policy

1. Visit the official website of Manipur Horticulture Department or designated recruitment portal
2. Click on the recruitment notification link for 2026 and read all instructions carefully
3. Click on 'Apply Online' or 'New Registration' button
4. Fill in personal details including name, father's name, date of birth, email ID, and mobile number
5. Complete registration and note down the Registration Number/Application ID generated
6. Login using credentials and fill the complete application form with educational qualifications and category details
7. Upload scanned documents: photograph (50 KB), signature (20 KB), Class 10th certificate, category certificate if applicable
8. Pay application fee through online mode (Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI) or offline challan mode
9. Verify all details filled in the application form thoroughly
10. Submit the application form and take printout of the submitted application for future reference

Application Fees

Typical / Indicative fee structure

Payment can be made through online mode (recommended) or through bank challan at designated branches

1. Written Examination: Objective type test covering General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Manipur History and Culture, Basic Mathematics, and General English. Questions will be based on Class 10th level syllabus. Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks to proceed to next stage.

1. Physical Measurement Test (PMT): For posts like Chowkidar and certain field positions, physical measurement verification will be conducted as per prescribed standards for height, chest (for males), and weight parameters.

1. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of original certificates including educational qualifications, age proof, category certificate, domicile certificate, and other relevant documents. Any discrepancy may lead to disqualification.

1. Medical Examination: Final selected candidates will undergo medical fitness test at designated medical board to ensure they meet the physical and medical standards required for the respective posts.

1. Merit List Preparation: Final merit list will be prepared based on written exam marks, subject to successful completion of all verification stages. Appointment letters will be issued to candidates as per merit and reservation roster.

Written Examination Pattern

Typical / Indicative pattern for Group C and Group D posts

Negative Marking: There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.

Qualifying Marks:

• General/OBC/EWS: 40% (40 marks)
• SC/ST/PwD: 35% (35 marks)

All questions will be Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) with four options

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Indian History and Freedom Movement
• Indian Constitution and Polity
• Indian Geography and World Geography
• Current National and International Events
• Sports and Games
• Awards and Honors
• Books and Authors
• Important Days and Dates
• Science and Technology developments

Manipur History, Culture & Geography

• History of Manipur from ancient to modern times
• Freedom struggle in Manipur
• Geography of Manipur - physical features, rivers, lakes
• Climate and natural resources of Manipur
• Art, Culture and Literature of Manipur
• Folk dances and music traditions
• Important festivals and customs
• Socio-economic development of Manipur
• Administrative structure of Manipur state

Basic Mathematics & Reasoning

• Number System and Simplification
• Percentage and Averages
• Ratio and Proportion
• Time and Work
• Time and Distance
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Profit and Loss
• Mensuration basics
• Analogy and Classification
• Series completion
• Coding-Decoding
• Direction sense and Blood Relations

General English/Language Skills

• Vocabulary and Synonyms/Antonyms
• Grammar - Tenses, Articles, Prepositions
• Sentence Correction and Error Detection
• Fill in the blanks
• Comprehension passages
• One word substitution
• Idioms and Phrases
• Active and Passive Voice
• Direct and Indirect Speech

Horticulture Awareness (Basic)

• Common fruits and vegetables grown in Manipur
• Basic gardening practices
• Importance of horticulture in economy
• Soil conservation methods
• Common plant diseases and pests

Typical / Indicative salary for Group C and Group D posts in Manipur

Other Benefits: Medical reimbursement, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Provident Fund, Gratuity, Pension benefits under New Pension Scheme (NPS), Annual increment, Festival advances, and other allowances as per Manipur Government rules.

Employees in Group D posts like Peon and Chowkidar can expect promotions to senior positions within their cadre based on seniority and departmental examination performance. After serving 8-10 years with good performance records, eligible employees may get promoted to Group C posts through departmental promotion quota. Further career progression is possible through internal examinations and skill upgradation programs, with opportunities to reach positions like Head Peon, Supervisor, or Junior Assistant level over a career spanning 25-30 years.

Admit cards will be released approximately 10-15 days before the scheduled examination date on the official website of Manipur Horticulture Department. Candidates must download their admit card by logging into the recruitment portal using their registration number and date of birth. The admit card will contain important details like exam centre address, reporting time, examination date, candidate's name, photograph, and important instructions. No hard copy will be sent by post.

The written examination result will be declared approximately 6-8 weeks after the exam date on the official website. Results will be published in PDF format containing roll numbers of qualified candidates. Category-wise and post-wise merit lists will be prepared. Candidates can check their individual scorecard by logging into the portal. Shortlisted candidates will be informed about document verification schedule through the website and registered email/SMS.

Typical / Indicative cutoff marks: For general category candidates, the expected cutoff ranges between 50-60 marks out of 100, while SC/ST candidates may qualify with 38-45 marks. OBC candidates typically need to score 45-55 marks to clear the cutoff. The actual cutoff varies based on number of applicants, difficulty level of exam, and total vacancies. Category-wise cutoff marks are officially declared along with the result.

Exam centres are typically located across Manipur state:

• Manipur: Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal, Bishnupur, Churachandpur, Chandel, Senapati, Ukhrul, Tamenglong, Kakching

Nearby States (if permitted):

• Northeast: Guwahati (Assam), Shillong (Meghalaya), Agartala (Tripura)

Primary exam centres will be in Imphal and major district headquarters of Manipur. Candidates can choose preferred centre during application, subject to availability.